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President Christodoulides: EU Presidency a National Priority

Published January 15, 2026, 06:24

President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides emphasized that Cyprus's EU Presidency is a national mission and priority. He noted that Cyprus has been systematically preparing for this Presidency for the past two years and that its small government allows for a focus on the European agenda. Furthermore, Cyprus's geographical location, close to the Middle East, and its experience as a member state under occupation, offer unique advantages. President Christodoulides stated that Cyprus has moved beyond the image of a country with a single issue and that its Presidency will focus on a more autonomous and stronger European Union.